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Author Archives: MICHELLE THOMAS

Posted inProfiles

Senior finds inner youth in salsa nights

by MICHELLE THOMAS October 12, 2013September 4, 2020

After the death of his wife, Jacob Pitchon, 80, finds vigor and life in dancing He approaches me with an open hand and says, “Let’s dance!” Jacob Pitchon is an 80-year-old man with a good sense of humour and an enthusiasm for dancing that I bet any person would love to have. He set the […]

Posted inArts and Entertainment

Local and international dancers spin their way into the Calgary International Salsa Congress

by MICHELLE THOMAS March 23, 2013September 4, 2020
Posted inArts and Entertainment

Latin Grammy nominee Prince Royce brings the bachata to Calgary for first time

by MICHELLE THOMAS February 28, 2013September 4, 2020
Posted inProfiles

Salsera for life

by MICHELLE THOMAS December 8, 2012September 4, 2020
Posted inNews

Immigrants share networking leads

by MICHELLE THOMAS November 23, 2012September 4, 2020

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